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How is a computer processor's speed measured?
How is a computer processor's speed measured?
- In bytes
- In milliseconds
- In megabytes
- In hertz (correct)
The speed of a computer processor is indicated by the number of clock cycles per minute.
The speed of a computer processor is indicated by the number of clock cycles per minute.
False (B)
What is a clock cycle in relation to a computer processor?
What is a clock cycle in relation to a computer processor?
The time between two pulses of an oscillator.
A computer's CPU speed is measured in __________, which represents clock cycles per second.
A computer's CPU speed is measured in __________, which represents clock cycles per second.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
What is a characteristic of NVRAM?
What is a characteristic of NVRAM?
NVRAM retains data even when the power is turned off.
NVRAM retains data even when the power is turned off.
What is the maximum length of a computer word mentioned?
What is the maximum length of a computer word mentioned?
What does NVRAM stand for?
What does NVRAM stand for?
The length of a computer word is referred to as word-size and can only be 8 bits.
The length of a computer word is referred to as word-size and can only be 8 bits.
NVRAM is known for its fast access times and __________.
NVRAM is known for its fast access times and __________.
Match the types of ROM with their features:
Match the types of ROM with their features:
How many kilobytes are there in 3.5 megabytes?
How many kilobytes are there in 3.5 megabytes?
A computer word can be as short as ____ bits.
A computer word can be as short as ____ bits.
Match the following word lengths with their corresponding values:
Match the following word lengths with their corresponding values:
What is the primary function of a printer?
What is the primary function of a printer?
Speakers can output visual content from electronic files.
Speakers can output visual content from electronic files.
What do printers output?
What do printers output?
Speakers convert electronic files into _____ output.
Speakers convert electronic files into _____ output.
Match the following devices with their functions:
Match the following devices with their functions:
What component of a computer system includes the physical parts that can be touched?
What component of a computer system includes the physical parts that can be touched?
Computer hardware includes both visible and invisible parts of a computer system.
Computer hardware includes both visible and invisible parts of a computer system.
What is the term used to describe the physical components of a computer system?
What is the term used to describe the physical components of a computer system?
The parts of a computer that are not physical and cannot be touched are called __________.
The parts of a computer that are not physical and cannot be touched are called __________.
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Study Notes
Processor Speed
- Measured in Hertz (Hz)
- Represents clock cycles per second
- One clock cycle is the time between two pulses of an oscillator
Memory
- NVRAM (Non-Volatile Random Access Memory): combines features of RAM and ROM
- NVRAM offers fast access times while retaining data even when the power is off
Word Size
- The length of a computer word is called word size or word length
- It can range from 8 bits to 96 bits
Data Conversion
- 3.5 megabytes (MB) is equal to 3500 kilobytes (KB)
Computer System Components
- Computer hardware refers to the physical and tangible parts of a computer
- Examples of hardware include:
- Printer: used for physical output of digital documents and images on paper
- Speakers: used for converting electronic files into audio output, including music, voice recordings, and phone calls
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Test your knowledge about computer components such as processor speed, memory types like NVRAM, and data conversion. Understand the significance of word size and get familiar with essential hardware. Perfect for students learning about computer systems.
